Al2Ir1Ru1 is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum with the refractory metals iridium and ruthenium, representing an experimental high-performance alloy rather than a commercially established material. This composition falls within the research space of advanced intermetallics designed to combine lightweight aluminum properties with the exceptional thermal stability and oxidation resistance of platinum-group metals, making it of interest for extreme-environment applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. The material's potential lies in aerospace and high-temperature catalytic applications, though it remains primarily in development phases rather than widespread industrial use.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 31,821.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 17,891.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00590 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8790 | eV/atom | — |